So I've been through the Fall 2008 schedule (can't really go further than that with so many shows premiering in winter but no real information about them) and have compiled a list of To Watch One Episode shows:
My Own Worst Enemy: judging from previews alone, the most solid drama up this year. NBC.
The Mentalist: Simon Baker can be a bit bland, and apparently his squinty eyes are fun to behold, and also this is quite similar to USA's show Psych. I like the pitch about powers of observation, though, so it earns a first ep watch.
Knight Rider: For sheer cheesiness and gadgets. Also because my family likes the original.
The SNL Election specials: Because.
Life on Mars: The only of ABC's new shows on my slate, though there aren't many to choose from. The time travel gets me.
Crusoe: Just interesting. I like the Swiss Family Robinson.
Eleventh Hour: I'm not convinced about the lead. But the scientific cases, cloning and the like, piqued my interest.
The Fridge: At first passed off, until I realized this is JJ Abrams new show, and he wins due to 5-star show Lost. It'll get at least an episode, probably more.
Terminator: Only new to me, not to the tv landscape. No justification required.
90210: Fairly sure I won't get through an episode, but for sheer curiosity.
Timeslots: Monday 8pm and Tuesday 9pm look the most clogged, weighing in at three shows apiece. I've also got temporary clogs at Wednesday 9pm and Thurs 10pm. I might get some help from Canadian channels, but the CTV website is unhelpful.
From all the hype, Mad Men might be worth picking up, if I could figure out when it's on.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Friday, July 18, 2008
Current
Tv shows on slate for Fall 2008.
How I Met Your Mother: 4 stars
Heroes: 5 stars
NCIS: 4 stars
Eli Stone: 3 stars, but climbing
Criminal Minds: 4 stars
Chuck: 3 1/2. Has potential.
Private Practice: 3 1/2. Convince me, show.
And Lost, for sometime in the winter. 5 stars.
The Closer, if showing on Canadian channel. Easily 4 1/2.
How I Met Your Mother: 4 stars
Heroes: 5 stars
NCIS: 4 stars
Eli Stone: 3 stars, but climbing
Criminal Minds: 4 stars
Chuck: 3 1/2. Has potential.
Private Practice: 3 1/2. Convince me, show.
And Lost, for sometime in the winter. 5 stars.
The Closer, if showing on Canadian channel. Easily 4 1/2.
TV
A tv rating system:
5 stars: So awesome that I clear my schedule and turn off the phone. ie. Heroes, Lost
4 stars: Solid. Taped and watched regularly. ie. Criminal Minds, How I Met Your Mother
3 stars: Not bad. It might win the timeslot if nothing supercedes.
2 stars: I might have it on while baking .. maybe.
1 star: Run away, show. Far away.
5 stars: So awesome that I clear my schedule and turn off the phone. ie. Heroes, Lost
4 stars: Solid. Taped and watched regularly. ie. Criminal Minds, How I Met Your Mother
3 stars: Not bad. It might win the timeslot if nothing supercedes.
2 stars: I might have it on while baking .. maybe.
1 star: Run away, show. Far away.
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